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Mental Health in the Workplace: The Value of Rest
A period of stillness and rest may be a necessary precursor to a more active mental health recovery. Though, resting is not as easy as it sounds. Here's some advice on how to rest the right way. -
Preventing Mental Health Effects of Divorce on Children
Sometimes, it can be difficult to assess whether a divorce is negatively impacting a child or whether problem behaviors are just an expected part of the growing process. Knowing the signs of struggle can help parents and educators identify whether a child needs additional support. Learn some of those signs here. -
Rules of the Road for Succeeding in College with a Mood Disorder
Young adults with mood disorders who are heading off to college can succeed—all it takes is planning, support, lifestyle care and a little luck. Here are a few practical tips for the journey ahead. -
Helping Children Learn How to Think Positively
With a basic understanding of cognitive behavioral principles, you can teach your child how to process uncomfortable situations at school, at home and on the playground. And not after the fact, but before they even happen. -
Work is Recovery
Programs like Individual Placement and Support can help people with mental illness find and keep meaningful jobs, supporting their mental health recovery. Learn more about these valuable programs here. -
Attention Spans in the Age of Technology
If your child seems to be having trouble focusing or finishing simple tasks without getting distracted, you may be wondering if it’s because of a mental health condition, like ADHD. Before jumping to conclusions, take some time to survey your child’s environment. -
The Power of a Morning Routine
Having a morning routine can increase your energy, productivity and positivity. It also generates momentum, building up to the brain’s peak time for cognitive work (late morning). Here are a few suggestions on how to start your own morning routine. -
You Did It!
NAMI’s six-month fight to defend mental health and substance use coverage is over and, together, we stand victorious. -
NAMI Applauds Bipartisan Governors’ Letter Defending Medicaid
A group of 10 governors from both parties wrote a letter to Senate leadership this week to call for bipartisan solutions that fix the insurance marketplace and do not cut Medicaid. NAMI supports these governors and their recommendations. -
Senate Takes First Step Toward Dismantling Mental Health Coverage for Millions
The Senate voted today to open debate on health reform by passing a Motion to Proceed by 51-50. This paves the way for the Senate to vote on a new health reform bill that will be cobbled together on the floor of the Senate. The future of mental health coverage for millions of people who live with mental illness is at stake again.